Best Restaurants with Gluten-Free Menus in Fort Myers

If you want healthful breakfast that is served all day, then First Watch is the place for you. This is one place where you can order off a gluten free menu along with cholesterol free eggs and egg whites as substitutes in any dish, and not face additional charges. You'll find lots of turkey on the menu as well as turkey bacon and sausage. Other healthful options include power bowls, yogurt and lots of fruit. This Florida based restaurant also serves great lunch options such as large salads and savory soups. There are three locations in the Fort Myers area.

You might not think about pizza being a healthful dining choice, but the pies found here are cuts above the rest. This pizza restaurant is committed to serving organic and sustainable vegetables and other products. Even better, the gluten free pizza crust has good flavor and a pleasing texture. The salads are satisfying and creative while the wraps are wholesome and the chicken wings free range. Vegetarians will love the meatless antipasto, while meat lovers will enjoy the traditional GF version. The local owners serve local beer and have put together a nice wine selection if you're looking for 'those kind of antioxidants. And whey you are done dining, the gluten free brownies are a delectable way to satisfy a sweet tooth.

Roy's serves food inspired by the Pacific Rim, with unique flavors and magnificent presentation. The small plates range from a variety of cold sushi rolls to the butterfish lettuce wraps with cool cucumber and a "sizzling vinaigrette." Roy's does an amazing job with fish, both local and Pacific, but if you are a vegetarian or a carnivore, you'll also find a good list of "hot" tapas to get your taste buds going. And the full menu is loaded with healthful dishes that aim to please the GF crowd. There is plenty of space in the bar for a few small bites and a couple of cold cocktails to get your evening off to a good start.

A small restaurant with a big city feel, BLANC has a cool atmosphere, great service and superb food. Known for it's Robata Grill, the high heat is perfect for searing meat, cooking vegetables and keeping dishes gluten free. The French proprietor is extremely picky about the ingredients served here and with only 22 seats to fill, he almost has to be. The fish is brought in daily and he makes morning trips to the market to search out the freshest seasonal produce. A recurring special is the house cured trio of salmon; if it's offered when you are there don't pass it up. The dish, like many here, is a work of art.

With linen tablecloths, an international wine list and professional service, the food in this Italian restaurant is all made to order and the kitchen accommodates all dietary types--all you have to do is ask. Even if a protein is breaded before cooked, the chef's here will make adjustments to make sure you stay on track. They also offer gluten free pasta for most all of the dishes. Nothing here is over sauced, over seasoned or over cheesy; the ingredients speak for themselves. The owners are a friendly duo who pay attention to detail and go above and beyond to make their customers happy and at home.

You almost expect a good steakhouse to have lots of gluten free options, and this one does. With a designated GF menu, Chops has lots of options that are prepared to perfection, with service to match; not to mention an outstanding wine program. A longtime favorite, local establishment, the large bar is perfect for glass sampling or enjoying one of the more than 400 worldly bottles. Chop's is known for having great cuts of meat, locally sourced vegetables, fish and other superior ingredients. Be sure to make a reservation in the winter and spring as the main dining room fills up quickly. If it is nice weather, ask for a table on the patio.

Occupying two old homes dating back to 1902, for years the Veranda has provided a charming atmosphere as well as consistently good cuisine. The well established restaurant is certainly not stuck in the past as it was one of the first downtown to offer a gluten free menu. Specializing in regional flavors and seafood, a restaurant favorite is artichoke fritters stuffed with blue crab. The personal yet professional service will enhance your dining experience whether you choose to eat indoors or out. The Veranda's lounge is a favorite with the downtown legal crowd. You'll often find live music here, the type one might expect from a sophisticated establishment. A favorite special occasion place, the Veranda is the perfect place for romance or celebrations.

If you're not careful, you might just drive right by this small cafe in an aged strip mall off of the busy US41. The bright interior is a good representation of the lively flavors you'll find in the food, much of which has an Indian touch. The family owned restaurant serves carnivores, vegans, vegetarians and gluten free diners while providing a nutritional guide with information on the calories and fat of most items. Be sure to add the homemade Rayta, a yogurt sauce with cucumber, tomato, onion, garlic and spice. You'll also find traditional curries, daily soup specials and 100% real juice smoothies, no added sugar. Open for lunch and early dinner, this café also has a convenient online ordering system making pick up easy.

Ada's is a family-run health food market and cafe that has been in the Fort Myers area since the late 70's. It has changed hands a number of times and briefly shut down before coming back bigger and better than ever. The Green Leaf Cafe at the front of the store offers table service with selections that include lots of gluten free options. Choose from black bean burgers to grass feed beef dishes including a beef roulade stuffed with spinach, artichoke and goat cheese. The sandwiches made with GF bread, and salads are fresh, flavorful and plentiful. A sushi bar has recently been added and you can pick up a bottle of wine to enjoy if you're dining in.

This funky cafe has been serving healthful foodies for for nearly ten years. Chef Brooke cooks for all causes including but not limited to gluten free. On a raw diet, paleo, vegan, vegetarian or just want a burrito with organic ingredients, you'll find it here. The Buddha Bowls have become quite popular with combos like the Caveman, loaded with protein, nuts and veggies. Chef Brooke makes eight soups a day, and has a delicious spread of sweet treats, many are grain and sugar free. And if you're looking for fresh juices including wheat grass, you wont be disappointed here. Open for breakfast and lunch, the cafe often hosts special events at night including healthful cooking classes.